Performance

VenueSheffield Theatres
Other spaces: Lyceum Theatre, Crucible Theatre, Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse
TownSheffield
CountySouth Yorkshire
From8th March 2001
To31st March 2001
When19:30, Mats Wed Mar 21, Sat Mar 17, 24, 31 at 14:30
PricesFrom £8.00. To £15.00.
What is currently on at Sheffield Theatres (V962)

Edward II

Edward IIT01955887272
Edward, much to the despair of his wife and contempt of his barons, is very fond of both. King Edward comes to the throne, and immediately recalls his banished lover, Pierce Gaveston- an order that puts him at odds with most of his court. Edward must battle his sneering subjects, his scorned wife and his own family for not only the right to rule, but for the right to love...
Author Christopher Marlowe


Archive :: production:T01955887272, play:S3134, venue:V962

Special Performances


  • 24 Mar 01 Audio Described
  • 27 Mar 01 Sign Interpreted

Reviews

Reviews


User Review: 21Mar01: I came from the US to see this production of Edward II. It was definitely worth the trip. The cast is superb! The charactor of Edward II, so brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Fiennes, takes you from laughter to pity to sorrow. As the play progresses, and the pending demise of Edward II is evident, Fiennes becomes frail and gives the very strong impression of both inner and outer body torture. James D'Arcy's Gaveston is flamboyant and just the right mix of humor and drama. Lloyd Owen's Mortimer grabs your attention from the very beginning. With his commanding voice and stage presence one can't help but be mesmerized by this hateful charactor. All members of the cast make this performance what it is - Fantastic ! A must see !
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User Review: 21Mar01: I came from the US to see this production of Edward II. It was definitely worth the trip. The cast is superb! The charactor of Edward II, so brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Fiennes, takes you from laughter to pity to sorrow. As the play progresses, and the pending demise of Edward II is evident, Fiennes becomes frail and gives the very strong impression of both inner and outer body torture. James D'Arcy's Gaveston is flamboyant and just the right mix of humor and drama. He will leave you wanting more. Lloyd Owen's Mortimer grabs your attention from the very beginning. With his commanding voice and stage presence one can't help but be mesmerized by this hateful charactor. All members of the cast make this performance what it is - Fantastic ! A must see !
Star RatingStar RatingStar RatingStar RatingStar Rating

User Reviews

USER: UK Theatre Web (21Mar01): I came from the US to see this production of Edward II. It was definitely worth the trip. The cast is superb! The charactor of Edward II, so brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Fiennes, takes you from laughter to pity to sorrow. As the play progresses, and the pending demise of Edward II is evident, Fiennes becomes frail and gives the very strong impression of both inner and outer body torture. James D'Arcy's Gaveston is flamboyant and just the right mix of humor and drama. He will leave you wanting more. Lloyd Owen's Mortimer grabs your attention from the very beginning. With his commanding voice and stage presence one can't help but be mesmerized by this hateful charactor. All members of the cast make this performance what it is - Fantastic ! A must see !
USER: UK Theatre Web (21Mar01): I came from the US to see this production of Edward II. It was definitely worth the trip. The cast is superb! The charactor of Edward II, so brilliantly portrayed by Joseph Fiennes, takes you from laughter to pity to sorrow. As the play progresses, and the pending demise of Edward II is evident, Fiennes becomes frail and gives the very strong impression of both inner and outer body torture. James D'Arcy's Gaveston is flamboyant and just the right mix of humor and drama. Lloyd Owen's Mortimer grabs your attention from the very beginning. With his commanding voice and stage presence one can't help but be mesmerized by this hateful charactor. All members of the cast make this performance what it is - Fantastic ! A must see !

Company

Director Michael Grandage
Design Christopher Oram
Lighting Tim Mitchell
Choreographer Peter Darling
Music Julian Philips
Performer Joseph Fiennes
Performer James D'Arcy
Performer Jo McInnes
Performer Gideon Turner
Performer David Mallinson
Performer Jack Carr
Performer Lloyd Owen
Performer Robert Demeger
Performer Andy Hockley
Performer Leader Hawkins
Performer Peter Laird
Performer Tristan Sturrock
Performer Ben Porter
Performer Susie Trayling
Performer David Hartley
Performer Ryan Sampson
Performer Jonathan Wrather
Performer Alex Avery
Performer Jamie Sives
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